Portland Panorama: Kinobu: Food, Tradition, and Identity

Takuji Takahashi, a third-generation chef-owner of Kinobu, honors the deep roots of Japanese cuisine while boldly reimagining its future. A practitioner of Noh theater for over 20 years, Takahashi brings its disciplined intensity and calm precision into his high-pressure kitchen, crafting dishes that are as delicate as they are inventive. As a trained sommelier, he also collaborates with a Japanese winemaker to develop wines that pair seamlessly with his cuisine.

Part of the Portland Panorama Film Festival!